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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Jewel weed, touch-me-not, garden balsam, Algeria del Hogar, Balsam-weed, Balasmine du cap, orange jewelweed, orange balsam, spotted jewelweed, Zhi hin nonxe thionbaba
Class :
Herbal supplement
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Jewel weed, touch-me-not, garden balsam, Algeria del Hogar, Balsam-weed, Balasmine du cap, orange jewelweed, orange balsam, spotted jewelweed, Zhi hin nonxe thionbaba
Class :
Herbal supplement
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Topical preparations
Indicated for Poison ivy rashes
:
Apply the extract topically over the affected areas of the skin
Indications: Conventionally, it is known to relieve postpartum joint pain, swelling, and bruises, promote blood flow, etc.
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Data not available
Refer to adult dosing
Actions and spectrum:
Actions:
Jewelweed’s medicinal powers come from chemicals inside it. Simple compounds kaempferol 3-glucoside and quercetin help. Complex 1,4-naphthoquinone and quinones are vital too. These give the plant its curative traits.
Spectrum:
Jewelweed has many health benefits apart from treating poison ivy rash. Research shows it may reduce inflammation in different conditions. Also, jewelweed can fight germs, like bacteria and viruses. It affects the heart, helping with low blood pressure. These various effects display its wide-ranging uses and potential in managing various ailments.
Frequency not defined
No possible side effects are documented.
Side effects of a mixture of weeds& jewelweeds
Vomiting
Drowsiness
Itching
Dizziness
Respiratory depression
Palpitations
Sluggishness
Black Box Warning
No special warnings are available
Contraindication/Caution:
Contraindication:
No contraindications were noticed
Pregnancy consideration:
Safety and efficacy studies in pregnancy are not established
Lactation:
Safety and efficacy studies in lactating mothers are not established
Pregnancy category:
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.
<b>Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category
Pharmacology:
Jewelweed, called Impatiens capensis, is a plant that grows in Canada and some U.S. areas. It contains chemicals like alkaloids and flavonoids. These help reduce swelling, fight fungus, and ease allergic reactions. They block histamine. For centuries, people have utilized jewelweed to treat rashes and allergies due to its healing abilities. This makes it a valuable ingredient in herbal remedies for various illnesses. The plant contains special compounds. These compounds are useful for treating swelling, fungus, and allergic reactions by preventing histamine release. Historically, jewelweed has been used to address rash and allergy symptoms because of its therapeutic properties. It is a precious component in herbal formulations targeting numerous ailments.
Pharmacodynamics:
Limited data available
Pharmacokinetics:
Limited data available
Administration:
Limited data available
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: jewelweed
Why do we use jewelweed?
Jewelweed has many uses. It helps with rashes from poison ivy. Native Americans used it for stomach issues. Jewelweed also fights fungus and swelling. It stops allergic reactions too. So jewelweed cures skin itch, puffiness, and reactions. It is used in old medicine and new treatments.
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